Dana Turner
Stonewall,OK
Summary
I have worked for Head Start for 16 years. I have CDA and I am an 8 on CECPD ladder. My passion is for my head start students. I plan on getting my AA at Murray State College and then moving on to a 4-year college to obtain my bachelor's degree in teaching. I have been a part of head start for 36 years.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Big Five Head Start
08.2007 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Teacher
Big Five Head Start
08.2006 - 09.2007
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK05.2024
Skills
- Classroom Management- Help create well-structured classroom environment
- Materials Preparation- Help in laying out materials for week ahead
- Student Engagement- interact with students in centers and when seen out in public
- Class coordination- communicate with parents, attend parent-meetings
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Big Five Head Start
08.2007 - Current
Teacher
Big Five Head Start
08.2006 - 09.2007
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Murray State College